Farming jobs still most dangerous

FARMING and construction continue to be the most dangerous jobs in the country.

While there were more work-related deaths in farming and construction last year than in any other industry, the overall number of people killed in the workplace was significantly down on the previous year.

Figures released yesterday by the Health and Safety Authority revealed that 50 work-related deaths were reported in 2006 compared to 74 fatalities the previous year — a reduction of 32%.